Day: September 21, 2024

Filipino Baritone Cipriano Mercado De Guzman, Jr. Shines on International Stage

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Talent knows no boundaries in classical music, and the Filipino baritone Cipriano Mercado De Guzman, Jr., is a shining example of this. Recently, Filipinos worldwide have been beaming with pride as Prof. Cipriano Mercado de Guzman Jr. clinched the top prizes in two highly esteemed international music competitions held in Spain and Austria within a span of just a week. De Guzman’s remarkable journey to success reached new heights on July 27, 2024, when he participated in the International Music Competition Barcelona “Grand Prize Virtuoso” held at UNESCO’s Palau de…

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Bicolanos in Austria Celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Peñafrancia

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On September 21, 2024, the Bicolano community in Austria gathered to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Peñafrancia, a significant occasion deeply rooted in the culture and faith of the Bicolanos. This year, however, the celebration took on a different form due to challenging circumstances, namely the recent flooding in Lower Austria. The normal fluvial procession, which typically takes place on the Danube River, was officially called off. Nevertheless, the spirit of devotion and community remained vibrant, exemplifying the resilience and unity of the Bicolano diaspora. The Significance of…

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Austria: According to the survey, young people eat more meat than older people

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A survey conducted by the opinion research institute TQS on behalf of Hermann.Bio came to a rather surprising conclusion: young people eat more meat than older people. 82 percent of baby boomers reported an increasing reduction in their meat consumption, compared to only 45 percent of Generation Z. Daily meat consumption is also lowest among baby boomers at four percent and highest among Generation Z at twelve percent. Survey on meat consumption in Austria: surprising resultsThe results contradict expectations that younger people would reduce their meat consumption due to their…

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Around half a million people in Austria are only now receiving the climate bonus for the previous year

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Despite the storms, the climate bonus payment has resumed in full. However, not everyone has been able to collect their post. Due to heavy rainfall and flooding in eastern Austria, the climate bonus delivery from Monday was partially unsuccessful.Climate bonus consignments intended for places of residence where delivery was or is not possible will be stored securely and delivered during the week if possible. Climate bonus items and voting cards are currently prioritized for delivery. It is important to note that the entitlement to the climate bonus does not expire,…

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Austria: Train services on the western line restricted until October 9

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The flooding will significantly impact train services between Vienna and St. Pölten over the next three weeks. Numerous tunnels on the new four-track western line, including the Lainzer Tunnel, are under water, as are the Tullnerfeld station and numerous technical facilities. They have to be cleared of water and mud, inspected, and repaired, ÖBB announced. Train services will only be possible to a limited extent over the next three weeks, as the old western line via Pressbaum through the Vienna Woods has been damaged and can only be used on…

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